Quotes
“You don’t have to be great to get started, but you have to get started to be great.” —Les Brown.
"Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it." — Charles R. Swindoll.
"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today."— Franklin D. Roosevelt.
"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.'" — Mary Anne Radmacher.
"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage." — Anaïs Nin.
The best learning comes from rejections and failures. —Teronie J. Donaldson (Yep, that's me, cool, right?)
Notes/Observations
Always invest in yourself. Do not hesitate to spend, as an investment in self provides the greatest returns.
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Book of the Week
"The Power of Your Subconscious Mind" by Dr. Joseph Murphy is a classic self-help book exploring the subconscious mind's potential and impact on our lives.
My goal for reading was to improve my communication with my thoughts.
My three key points:
The Power of Belief and Affirmations: Dr. Murphy emphasizes the incredible influence that our beliefs and thoughts have on our reality. He argues that the subconscious mind is like a fertile garden, and whatever seeds of thought we plant in it will grow into our experiences. He introduces the concept of using positive affirmations to reprogram the subconscious mind and achieve our goals. You will learn how to harness the power of your beliefs to manifest positive change in your life.
The Mind-Body Connection: Dr. Murphy discusses how the subconscious mind can influence physical health and well-being. He presents numerous examples of individuals who have healed themselves by tapping into the subconscious mind's potential. This insight encourages readers to consider the profound impact their thoughts and emotions can have on their overall health. I am always mindful never to speak about ill health on myself. I practiced that well before reading this book, but it reminded me greatly.
Practical Techniques and Exercises: Throughout the book, Dr. Murphy provided practical techniques and exercises to help unlock the potential of my subconscious mind. From visualization to meditation, he offers step-by-step guidance on effectively accessing and harnessing this power. These techniques are easy to understand and implement, making the book a valuable resource for those looking to improve their lives and achieve personal growth.
In summary, "The Power of the Subconscious Mind" is a transformative book that delves into the profound influence of the subconscious mind on our thoughts, beliefs, and physical well-being.
It offers practical tools and insights for readers to tap into this power and create positive life changes. Dr. Joseph Murphy's timeless wisdom inspires readers seeking personal development and a deeper understanding of the mind's capabilities. It all depends if you are willing to try out the techniques.
Strategy
The conscious mind is the ship's captain, and the subconscious mind is the crew that blindly follows every order the captain gives.
According to Dr. Joseph Murphy, these techniques help you tap into the subconscious mind's potential and positively influence your thoughts, beliefs, and actions.
Positive Affirmations: Dr. Murphy emphasizes using positive affirmations to reprogram the subconscious mind. You can replace negative thought patterns with empowering beliefs by repeating positive statements about yourself or your goals. For example, if you want to boost your self-confidence, you can affirm, "I am confident and capable in every situation."
Visualization: Visualization is a powerful technique that involves creating detailed mental images of your desired outcomes. Dr. Murphy encourages readers to vividly imagine their goals as already achieved. By consistently visualizing success, you can impress your subconscious mind with a clear picture of what you want to manifest.
Prayer: The book discusses using prayer to communicate with the subconscious mind. Dr. Murphy suggests that prayer is a way to convey your desires and intentions to the subconscious, which can then work to make them a reality. In this context, prayer is seen as a form of positive affirmation.
Auto-Suggestion: Auto-suggestion involves repeating specific thoughts or phrases to yourself regularly. Dr. Murphy recommends using auto-suggestion before sleep and upon waking, as these are times when the subconscious mind is most receptive. By consistently suggesting positive thoughts and desires, you can influence your subconscious.
Meditation: Meditation is a method to quiet the conscious mind and access the subconscious. Through meditation, you can enter a state of deep relaxation and heightened receptivity, making it easier to plant positive suggestions and access your inner resources.
Release Negative Emotions: Dr. Murphy emphasizes releasing negative emotions and limiting beliefs. Techniques such as forgiveness, letting go of grudges, and reframing negative experiences are discussed to clear the path for positive change.
The Power of Imagination: The book underscores the creative potential of the imagination. Dr. Murphy explains that the imagination is the mind's workshop and that you can use it to construct new ideas and concepts that can be realized in your life.
Question
How do you use the power of your subconscious mind?